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Lima, Ohio

Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian | Heidt Veterinary Hospital - $50k Singing Bonus

About Our Clinic

For more than 60 years, Heidt Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the pets and families of Lima, Ohio with compassionate, high quality veterinary care. As a full service small animal hospital, we combine modern medicine with a welcoming, community focused approach, creating lasting relationships with our clients while providing exceptional care for every patient.

  • Check us out at: heidtvet.com
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Get a quick look at what makes Heidt Veterinary Hospital a great place to practice:
  • Practice type: General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 15-18 appointments per DVM
  • Support staff ratio: 2 techs per DVM

Case mix: Wellness care, preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, urgent care, laser therapy, and advanced surgical procedures.

Technology & equipment: Digital diagnostics and imaging, in house laboratory, surgical suite, dental services, laser therapy, and advanced medical equipment.

Team culture: Collaborative, compassionate, client focused, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care while supporting one another's professional growth.

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Competitive annual salary of $130,000 plus production bonus
  • $50,000 signing bonus
  • DVM Long Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production
  • No negative accrual. We reward performance without penalizing slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize your earnings
  • Generous CE allowance plus paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program. Bring great talent to our network and get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, mentorship opportunities, and strong work life balance
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the support of an experienced medical team and modern resources.

Established reputation: Proudly serving the Lima community since 1958 with more than 800 five star reviews and a longstanding commitment to compassionate veterinary care.

Comprehensive care: From preventive medicine and dentistry to advanced surgery and urgent care, you'll have the opportunity to practice a wide variety of medicine.

Collaborative team: Join experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff who work together to provide outstanding care for every patient.

Career growth: You'll have the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to continue building the veterinary career you want.

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)

About the Area

Located in northwest Ohio, Lima offers an affordable cost of living, welcoming neighborhoods, and an excellent quality of life. Residents enjoy beautiful parks, local restaurants, community events, and easy access to larger metropolitan areas including Columbus, Dayton, Fort Wayne, and Toledo, making it easy to enjoy both small town charm and weekend adventures.

Let's Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Stina Radinovic at cradinovic@amerivet.com anytime.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary care including wellness exams, surgery, and urgent care for small animals. Collaborate with a dedicated support team to maintain the hospital's reputation and deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Small animal careClient communicationMedical imagingLaboratory diagnostics

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 82% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

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Salary Distribution22 jobs · 11 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
82% this job
CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
14% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.6
Better work-life than 30% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,037 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Lima

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$162k
Typical market rent
$1,204/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.7
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Lima, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive annual salary of $130,000 plus production bonus
$50,000 signing bonus
DVM Long Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling